Why not Spectra ?

[Jak Mang]

A few questions on the modern ideas for traditional boats -

Are deadeyes/lanyards used for fore and back stays as well? I don't remember seeing them on traditional boats, but I also have not been looking for that detail. If not, what method is used for adjusting tension?

Anyone have a good source for deadeyes? I'd be interested in bronze or wood.

On a related subject, I saw some nice Lewmar blocks (on Brion's handy billy) that looked like they were made to accept small screws on the outside of the body. Is there any problem using these to attach wooden cheeks? Are you guys making your own cheeks or do you have a source?

Thanks,
-jak